I have 1997 bmw 328i and i just had the starter replaced but when i got the car back the radio was asking for a code and i dont have it and dot have the owners mannuel for it either. can i please have some help with finding the code for my radio

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Code wait is part of the built in anti-theft system BMW has for the radio. The ignition must remain in the on position for 1 continuous hour. Usually rush hour traffic does the trick. You will need the radio code to enter into the radio after it displays "CODE". just enter the code according to the buttons listed 1-6. ie if it ask for 13556, just enter the digits in that sequence. Make sure you have the correct code. If 3 unsuccessful consecutive entries are made, you will have to wait another hour.

Unfortunately, you will have to go to a BMW dealer with the registration papers to prove you own it. Then they can look it up in their database. If the radio was ever replaced, they may not be able to figure it out for you. they will only be able to tell you the code of the original radio that came in the car from the factory.

If you are lucky enough to still have to original owners manual and related pamphlets, there is one that describes the radio and has a card in it listing the code. Only other way is to call or go to a dealer.

somehow the radio memory is still thinking that there is a phone accessory attached to it and it will keep doing this until you either reset the radio or at least erase the memory inside of it. If I were you I would install a aftermarket radio in your BMW because at least this way you will be able to listen to your cd's.

if you no longer have the coded card that came with the manual when new, you will have to bring your photo id and vehicle registration to any bmw dealer, they will supply it to you. provided you are the registrant.